Unit Code: AGLAS-ENG-006
Unit Title: Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Nominal Hours: 4
Unit Descriptor:
This unit introduces basic skills for negotiating and resolving conflicts in the workplace using simple English. Learners will practice expressing needs, making polite requests, offering solutions, and reaching agreements respectfully.
Elements and Performance Criteria
| Elements |
Performance Criteria |
| 1. State needs and concerns |
1.1 Express own needs or problems clearly
1.2 Use polite language to state concerns |
| 2. Listen and understand others |
2.1 Listen to the other person’s point of view
2.2 Ask questions to clarify |
| 3. Suggest solutions |
3.1 Offer simple solutions or alternatives
3.2 Use polite phrases when making suggestions |
| 4. Reach agreement |
4.1 Agree on a solution using simple language
4.2 Confirm the agreement and thank the other person |
Range of Variables
| Variables |
Range |
| Needs/Concerns |
Work schedule, tasks, misunderstandings, requests |
| Polite language |
Could you…, Would you please…, I would like…, Thank you |
| Solutions |
Compromise, alternative suggestion, agreement |
| Agreement |
Yes, I agree; That’s okay for me; Let’s do that |
| Conflict type |
Disagreement, misunderstanding, different opinions |
Evidence Guide
| Area |
Details |
| Critical aspects of competency |
Expresses needs, listens to others, suggests solutions, and reaches agreement using simple English |
| Underpinning knowledge |
Basic negotiation vocabulary, polite phrases, steps in conflict resolution |
| Underpinning skills |
Speaking, listening, suggesting, confirming |
| Underpinning attitudes |
Respect, patience, willingness to compromise |
| Resource implications |
Role-play scenarios, sample scripts, workplace examples |
| Methods of assessment |
Observation, role-play, practical demonstration, oral questioning |
| Context of assessment |
Simulated or real workplace situations involving negotiation/conflict, small group or one-to-one |
Foundation Skills
| Skills |
Description |
| Speaking |
State needs and suggest solutions using simple, polite language |
| Listening |
Understand others’ points of view and clarify as needed |
| Problem-solving |
Suggest and agree on solutions |
| Interpersonal |
Show respect and patience during negotiation and conflict resolution |
Target Audience
| Target Audience |
Description |
| Entry-level professionals |
Non-English speakers with alphabet knowledge facing workplace negotiation or conflict |
| Vocational trainees |
Individuals preparing for jobs requiring basic negotiation and conflict resolution skills |
| Workplace learners |
Employees needing to improve English skills for handling workplace disagreements |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Pre-Requisite
| Pre-Requisite |
| Alphabet knowledge (A-Z) |